African buffalo
The African buffalo (Syncerus caffer) is a herbivorous mammal native to Africa and South America.
The African buffalo is a large species of true buffalo native to Sub-Saharan Africa, where it is found in a number of disconnected ranges stretching from south-eastern Senegal through West and Central Africa to South Africa. The adult African buffalo's horns are its characteristic feature: they have — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Syncerus caffer
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Bovidae
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Africa, South America
- Weight
- 593 kg
- Length
- 2.5 m
- Lifespan
- 32.8 years
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Near Threatened
What does an African buffalo eat?
The african buffalo is a herbivore, feeding on plants.
How big is an African buffalo?
The african buffalo weighs around 593 kg and measures about 2.5 m.
How long do African buffalos live?
In the wild, the african buffalo can live up to about 32.8 years.
Where do African buffalos live?
African buffalos are found in Africa and South America, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the african buffalo endangered?
The african buffalo is currently listed as “Near Threatened” on the IUCN Red List.